Research 2025-10-19 The Art of Feedback Fribourg

Why do some people struggle with negative feedback?

Why do some people struggle with negative feedback? — SHR, Fribourg
Why do some people struggle with negative feedback? — SHR, Fribourg

Why do some people struggle with negative feedback? — what studies show, and what they don't.

The research

Ilgen, Fisher and Taylor (1979, Journal of Applied Psychology) show acceptance depends on source, message and recipient.

The limit

Older theoretical review. (our executive and employee training programmes)

Why do some people struggle with negative feedback? — SHR, Fribourg — Fribourg
Why do some people struggle with negative feedback? — SHR, Fribourg — Fribourg

Practical check in Fribourg

Give difficult feedback privately, where no image needs defending. To go further: explore the The Art of Feedback training in Fribourg, or browse our executive and employee training programmes in Switzerland.

In pictures: The Art of Feedback in Fribourg

The Art of Feedback training in Fribourg — in practice
The Art of Feedback training in Fribourg — in practice
The Art of Feedback training in Fribourg — hands-on workshop
The Art of Feedback training in Fribourg — hands-on workshop
The Art of Feedback training in Fribourg — on the ground
The Art of Feedback training in Fribourg — on the ground